Project Manager Cover Letter
Resume:
Sarah Marie Allard
Phone: 202-***-****
E-mail: ******.*****@*****.***
Washington, DC 20037
Qualifications
People-oriented and flexible project manager possessing an in-depth
knowledge of the entire project life-cycle, with a proven track record of
fiscal responsibility for both clients and internal stakeholders.
Extensive experience successfully managing large-scale projects and cross-
organizational teams.
Work History
Project Manager, Product Development
2008 - present K12, Inc. Herndon, VA
* Oversee all aspects of online and print curriculum development for
grades K-12: planning, research, prototyping, online and print
production, and launch
* Monitor schedule and scope of projects typically lasting around 12
months
* Create and monitor complex budgets of over $1 million
* Manage teams of over 15 primarily off-site cross-functional team
members, maintaining accurate resource forecasts using tracking
software
* Proactively identify and mitigate risks to avoid impact to budget,
schedule or scope
* Coordinate with functional leads to ensure adequate resourcing
* Perform project onboarding and systems training for new team members
* Conduct weekly or bi-weekly team meetings, project kick-off and post-
project meetings
* Submit weekly project status reports and report on budget health to
senior management monthly
* Participate in and present in front of various department
initiatives, including the Process Assessment Improvement group and
the company-wide Project Management Community of Practice
* Closed a 14-month $1.3M project in April 2010 with a 0.1% final
budget variance
Account Manager, Commercial Translation
2007 - 2008 ASET International Services Corp. Arlington, VA
* Built relationships with existing clients in order to identify new
lines of business
* Served as escalation point for project managers; provided oversight
and guidance to project managers
* Analyzed profit margins and negotiated new terms with clients
* Continued to manage a large-scale project for a key client
Project Manager, Commercial Translation
2006 - 2007 ASET International Services Corp. Arlington, VA
* Managed multiple translation and localization projects of varying
complexity in up to 18 languages simultaneously
* Oversaw teams of up to 8 cross-functional team members
* Projects included website localization, print materials, video
subtitling, packaging translation and layout for clients in a
variety of industries
* Negotiated rates and prepared work orders for vendors
* Responsible for maintaining contact with client for the duration of
the project
Program Assistant, International Exchange and Business Training Program
2005 - 2006 Intl. Center for Language Studies Washington, DC
* Identified and negotiated internship placements for international J-
1 visa holders
* Maintained relationships with repeat host companies
* Created and updated program forms and documentation
* Assisted program participants with interview training and resume and
cover letter writing
* Organized cultural outings for participants in the DC area and wrote
a weekly newsletter
* Represented the program at networking and professional events
Intern, Press and Communication Office
2004 The Embassy of France Washington, DC
* Responded to phone and email inquiries from the general public on
behalf of the Embassy
* Researched and wrote articles for the Embassy's bi-monthly
publication, News From France
* Assisted with the daily French press review
Education
2001 - 2005 American University Washington, DC
* Bachelor of Arts in International Relations; concentration in
Western Europe and
International Communication
* Minor in French
2004. Universit Paris Sorbonne (Paris IV) Paris, France
* Dipl me de langue et civilisation fran aises (Superior II Level)
Languages and Computer Skills
* Fluent in written and spoken French
* Advanced knowledge of all Microsoft Office applications, including
Microsoft Project
* Working knowledge of HTML, Flash, InDesign, Acrobat, wikis
* Extensive experience creating PowerPoint presentations
* PMP Certification in progress
References
Available upon request.
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